Job Details for 3331 - Equipment Operator I

Job Description

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt UNION: Local 150

POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision; performs work of moderate difficulty in the operation of motorized equipment and a variety of manual tasks in connection with such given operations; performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS Employees in this class are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of motorized equipment of varying sizes and capacities. Repair work of routine nature may be performed on equipment. Supervision is received from the Heavy Equipment Crew Leader or Highway Maintenance Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all the duties and responsibilities performed by positions in this class.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Adjusts work assignments and schedules in the event of an emergency to participate in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery activities as assigned. • Depending on assignment may maintain required emergency management training, licensure and/or certifications. • Performs related duties as required or assigned within job classification.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ability to: • Understand and execute oral and written directions • Perform work in a safe and timely manner • Understand and execute oral and written directions • Efficient and safe operation of assigned equipment • Attach auxiliary pieces of equipment to power driven equipment • Operate a variety of heavy and light power driven equipment, both gas and diesel • Follow safe operating procedures • Assist in identifying equipment needs for each assigned project • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment; report the need for major repairs • Perform semi-skilled and skilled construction and maintenance tasks such as patching and paving, loading and unloading • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions • Write routine reports and correspondence • Complete forms, work orders, time cards and other in-house procedural and administrative documentation • Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Completion of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma equivalent; Two years of experience in the operation of light to moderate size motorized equipment as it relates to highway maintenance; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy work: Exerting up to 80 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and / or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for sedentary work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment for this position frequently includes working near moving mechanical parts, in high or precarious places, in extreme outside weather conditions, with hazardous materials, with fumes or airborne particles, with the risk of electric shock, and in cramped or confined spaces. Employees in this class are required to be on call for emergency situations and seasonal snow removal, which means being capable of working in excess of forty (40) hours per week.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).